July 2020
Guardianship of Incapacitated Adults Virtual Training
This training is not for those seeking legal help. If you are seeking legal help, please call our helpline. This training will focus on how to bring a Petition for the Guardianship of an Adult in the Probate Court. The training will address guardianship of incapacitated persons who are unable to make or communicate decisions due to a medically diagnosed condition. The training will include instruction on how to complete the petition and accompanying pleadings, waive fees and costs, obtain…
Find out more »Handling 209A Hearings Virtual Training
This training is not for those seeking legal help. If you are seeking legal help, please call our helpline. This training will cover the basics of advocacy in 209A Abuse Prevention proceedings. It will provide an overview of 209A laws and procedures and walk attorneys through preparing for and conducting a 209A hearing. We will also discuss the impacts of COVID-19, the dynamics of an abusive relationship, and provide attorneys with the skills to support survivors of abuse. Interested? This…
Find out more »August 2020
Virtual Housing Training
This training is not for those seeking legal help. If you are seeking legal help, please call our helpline. Interested in volunteering at the Housing Court Lawyer for a Day remote clinic but want more information about the basics? Join VLP's next training! This training provides an intro of housing issues VLP clients generally face in Eastern Housing Court as well as how COVID-19 has impacted Housing Law and tenant rights. To RSVP and see the event's log-in info, please…
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